Lemongrass verbena -leaves and its characteristics
Introduction
Coming from Chile in the 17th century, lemongrass or fragrant verbena is recognized by its light green leaves giving off a strong lemon scent when crumpled them. Verbena is cultivated in Provence and in the South.
Product sheet - organic organic verbena
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Form |
Bulk dried organic leaf |
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Plant |
Lemongrass verbena - Lippia CitrioDora.. |
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Virtue |
Soothing, relaxing, sleep disorders, digestive, relaxing. |
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Origin |
France - 100% organic plant. |
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Infusion preparation method |
Make the water shudder then pour the simmering water on the dried leaves of Verbena. Infuse 5-10 minutes, filter before serving. |
Description of the plant
Large tree from America, it can reach up to 8m high in the wild. Its leaves are long and lanceolate and with petioles very short. The harvest of the leaves is done in two stages. A first harvest in June then a second time, in September. Its dried leaves keep very well.
The benefits of The odorous verbena/lemongrass
Farmeum verbena is traditionally used to facilitate digestion and reduce the nervousness of children and adults, particularly in the case of sleep disorders.Its perfume provides a very pleasant drink, "lemongrass tea", and it can also be done in sorbets. Verbena's herbal tea relaxes and is relaxing without sleeping. It is the most consumed plant in infusion in France.
Consumption of dried leaves
- Infusion
- In the kitchen
In the kitchen, dried lemongrass leaves And can be added to fruit and dessert salads. Its perfume will marry well with exotic dishes, sauces, ice cream, or other desserts.
Special precautions